Senior Product Specialist - Manufacturing Engineering

Company Profile
With over 80 years of innovation, JCB is the world’s largest privately owned manufacturer of construction and agricultural equipment. Operating 23 manufacturing facilities across four continents—including the United States, the United Kingdom, India, and Brazil—JCB produces a diverse portfolio of more than 300 products. These include telescopic handlers, backhoe loaders, excavators, wheel loaders, compact excavators, skid steer loaders, compact track loaders, access aerial work platforms, rough terrain forklifts, and tractors.

At the heart of JCB’s success are its people. As a family-owned business, we are accountable to our customers—not shareholders—which gives us the flexibility to focus on long-term innovation and delivering real value. This independence allows us to continuously develop advanced technologies and integrate them into equipment designed to perform in the toughest environments while maximizing customer productivity.

At JCB, we stand behind our products—and our name—with pride and commitment to quality.

Position Purpose
The Sr. Product Specialist – Assembly is responsible for supporting product quality, manufacturability, and continuous improvement throughout the production lifecycle. This role serves as the key liaison between engineering, production, quality, and operations to ensure products meet design intent and operational requirements. The specialist will analyze defects, drive root cause investigations, support process improvements, manage product introductions and implement solutions to reduce defects.

Position Type
Full Time, Exempt

Location
Onsite in Pooler, Georgia: 2000 Bamford Blvd Pooler, GA 31322

Benefits and Other Compensation
JCB offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401 (k) retirement plan; paid time off and paid holidays.

Application Process
Applications will be accepted through Careers | JCB Careers | JCB Jobs | JCB or via LinkedIn. The anticipated application window will close on August 4, 2026.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities & Key Accountabilities
• Act as the manufacturing engineering point of contact for assigned products and processes
• Collaborate closely with Design Engineering to understand product design intent and functional requirements
• Provide design feedback and recommend changes to improve manufacturability, reduce defects, and optimize production efficiency
• Support cross functional teams with understanding and maintaining design intent
• Support manufacturing engineering team members with training of the product at a component level
• Lead and maintain the change management process for product introductions (PI’s)
• Write, revise, and maintain clear and accurate SOPs and work instructions for assembly processes.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance assembly efficiency, quality, and ergonomics.
• Participate in root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action (CAPA) activities.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
• Maintain accurate records of process changes, equipment maintenance, and training activities.
• Support additional manufacturing tasks as needed to meet production goals
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications
• Associate degree or technical certification in Manufacturing, Engineering Technology, or a related field preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in an assembly or manufacturing environment.
• Strong technical writing skills with experience creating SOPs or technical documentation.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement tools (e.g., 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping).
• Ability to read and interpret assembly drawings, schematics, and technical documents.
• Proficiency with basic hand tools, measurement instruments, and diagnostic equipment.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Basic computer proficiency (e.g., MS Office, document management systems).
• Must pass any drug screens, background checks, and any pre-employment tests, which will be conducted in accordance with applicable law.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Competencies
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work in a high-stress environment.
• Detail-oriented and able to work independently.
• Collaborative approach to resolving issues impacting various groups across the enterprise.
• Ability to understand processes (system and non-system), troubleshoot, develop, and recommend solutions.
• Enjoy working in a dynamic environment and be a self-motivated team player.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Microsoft Pr